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Encarnación, Paraguay 🇵🇾
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Encarnación is very affordable compared to global standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many budget-friendly options for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce and staples at low prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are inexpensive and widely available.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
83%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options including cinemas, bars, and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but fewer in number compared to larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
62%
Weight: 30
Paraguayan guaraní is relatively stable but can experience moderate fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
65%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 20-30 Mbps; stable but not high-speed fiber everywhere.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or home setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
57%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and reliability vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
48%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; power outlets and seating limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Encarnación is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot yet.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase and affordable.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with access to the Paraná River and parks.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas show signs of litter and infrastructure wear.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Spanish and Guaraní are primary languages; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
63%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with access to schools and parks.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
59%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but limited specialized care.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
81%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to global averages.
🏥 Healthcare
62%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious cases may require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes or hurricanes; occasional flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Several parks and riverfront areas provide green spaces for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common but not universal in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with hot summers and mild winters; limited variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
61%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, music, and traditional Paraguayan influences.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest with bars and some clubs but limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Access to river activities, parks, and nearby natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
47%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Spanish and Guaraní.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but limited variety.
🎳 Indoors Fun
49%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with traditional Paraguayan dishes and fresh ingredients.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
54%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant; healthy eating possible but limited specialty stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
UTC-4 time zone aligns well with North and South American working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
31%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most rely on international remote work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is minimal and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist, with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
22%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent and very limited.
💳 Local Payment Services
56%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available but limited digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
41%
Weight: 15
Low adoption and awareness of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Asunción, about 370 km away; local airport has limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
53%
Weight: 20
Basic bus services available but no extensive public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
67%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
44%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are limited or unavailable; taxis are common.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Bus services connect to other cities; no train services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
27%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
71%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
74%
Weight: 40
Tourist visa on arrival for many nationalities; easy to extend stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no specific digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free environment for expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Relatively stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
52%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
49%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is slow and involves paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
18%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
23%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Encarnación digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
69%
Weight: 100
Generally safe but petty crime exists; normal precautions advised.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate gender equality; women should exercise standard safety measures.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some cultural homogeneity.